Jandri van der Westhuizen at GetGo Home Loans

15/04/2026

Think getting a home loan is just about your salary or credit score? Not quite.
Banks assess far more: from your existing debt and spending habits to how your income is structured, and even the property you’re buying. That’s where working with a bond originator makes all the difference.
We help buyers and estate agents by:
✔️ Submitting to multiple banks (not just one)
✔️ Identifying potential issues early
✔️ Guiding you through the full approval process
✔️ Finding solutions if an application is declined
The result? Better approval outcomes and smoother property transactions.

14/04/2026

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14/04/2026

In the property market, it is not uncommon for property practitioners to encounter buyers who appear financially strong on paper with stable employment, solid income, and good credit behaviour, but their home loan application is declined. These situations can be frustrating for buyers and agents alike, especially when a transaction appears straightforward.

Understanding why home loans get declined is an important part of navigating the modern lending environment.

13/04/2026

Having the right people in your corner makes all the difference. Give us a go!

10/04/2026

10/04/2026

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The March rate decision has confirmed a shift in the 2026 property market narrative. While the South African Reserve Bank kept rates unchanged, the tone has clearly become more cautious, and the reason lies beyond South Africa’s borders.

30/03/2026

Pre-approval isn’t just about getting a number.
It starts with affordability.
➡️Affordability is the assessment.
➡️Pre-approval is the outcome of that assessment.

An early affordability check helps:
✅Set realistic price expectations
✅Strengthen a buyer’s negotiating position
✅Reduce time spent on unsuitable properties
✅Identify risks before an offer is signed
✅Improve final approval predictability

In today’s lending environment, waiting until offer stage is often too late. Early pre-approval creates confidence - for buyers, agents and sellers.

26/03/2026

📣📣This just in!
March 2026 Prime Lending Rate Announcement...

25/03/2026

You may have seen recent coverage around the SARB’s proposal to replace the Prime Lending Rate with the SARB’s Policy Rate (Repo/SPR) as the benchmark for loans.

Here’s what matters:
This is a transparency reform - not a pricing change.

If implemented:
➡️ “Prime” would become “SPR + X%”
➡️ “Prime – 0.50%” would become “SPR + Y%”
The client’s actual rate would remain the same.
The structure changes. The maths doesn't.

For bond originators and estate agents, clear communication will be key to avoiding confusion and maintaining client confidence.

✋ The proposal is still under consultation, with no confirmed implementation date.

25/03/2026

Know your affordability. It’s easy and free of charge!